My Ammeter came with the needle set at 2 Amps with no current connected. Is there a way to zero out the gauge?
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I doubt there's anything wrong with your meter. All analog meters I've known are zeroed with the set screw located at the center of the movement. Many meters I've know have been able to be adjusted over a large span. Try it ... ideally, the meter's zero should be approximately in the center of the screw's range. If one side of the zero is much less than the other then, yes, you may want to exchange it.
1036
Hi Shane,as you know these meters are very sensible. Off 2 Amps looks like mech. damage. When you move the meter the needle should move free in either direction. There is a black plastic screw below the gage. Here you may adjust the needle, but not sure whether such a large misalingement of 2 Amps. Does the Ampmeter works anyway????Good luck my friend
1037
The black screw at the bottom center is an adjustment, turn it until the needle gets to zero. If it won't then return it.
1702009
Not for me - slow steady gradual movement of gauge needle as charging progresses. Make sure you have it switched to the correct charging mode (auto/manual) and voltage (12/24v) for your battery.
469080
No. The electronics are not connected to the tension gauge. It is completely manual but it hasn't been an issue for me.
1925342
You don't. On AC, the meter ignores any DC component, so any DC offset is ignored.
1305058
Hi, I have this tool. You can - if the short is somewhere in the cables. You'd then first add the tone signal to the cable before the short, and then follow it using the probe. Once you pass the point in the cable where the short is located, the tone will quickly fade and dissipate. If the short is somewhere inside the pump this tool will not be of help, and you'll be better off using a multimeter measuring ohms whilst disconnecting cables one by one.
531835
I suggest reviewing the manual and contacting the manufacturer. Are you actually drawing any load? You have to have a load connected to see any amp draw. Thanks.
2052863
There are a couple of pins provided on the side which when connected (with a pushbutton switch, not included with the meter) would reset the amp-hour, watt-hour, peak watts and peak amps readout. Also, if you disconnect the unit from both (source and load) sides, the readouts would be reset.
1352309
0 Gauge wire should be used!That is what is ran to my Brutus.At the very least a deep cycle battery (fast discharge) should be used!My total system wattage is 5400& I use 0 to each amplifer!The more voltage the better!!!Don't Skimp Out!
530938
Steve, I just discovered the adjustment pot for zeroing (or at least get it close to spec) the DC clamp current. Turn the meter over, then open and remove the battery cover. On the back you will find two holes to the left of the center chassis screw. The hole closest to that center chassis screw locates the adjustment pot for the DC clamp current mode. Turn the pot clockwise to decrease the value towards negative, counter-clockwise to increase the value towards positive. Use a miniature Phillips #1 (3mm shaft) screwdriver. See the photo I uploaded.
739245
Yes, AC and DC amp measurements via the clamp only. So you will not be able to measure smaller currents using leads. I will add that I've been getting quite accurate readings down to the 1-2Amp range which is great considering the two range selections are 40A & 400A. I love it for the price but for mA current you'll prob need a meter w current leads. (In defense of this unit though; clamp meters were designed for higher current apps...) Hope this helps. JD
1135849
did you try turning off the machine before you change your amperage. If that's not it I don't have a clue
928275
Sherman, Sorry I can't answer your question with I have done it answer. I have used this unit very little since I purchased it, and it was just to slow charge a new battery. My thought however, would be that the needle should rest in the "Start Position" when that dial selection is made. Meaning you are requesting full output amperage. There other factors that could cause the amp gauge to read inaccurately; Shorted internal battert cells, battery present state of charge, incorrect or bad connection. I would contact schmacher technical support to get an answer.
476423
That's perfect right there. I use 0 gauge for mine. This is the most powerful amp I've ever had when it comes to bass. Definitely a must have
1573119
use amp probe, see how much current is being used, and check valve to see if any debris is inside
1679672
The ohm rage for the gauge is 33 to 240 ohms so it should read in the correct range it is a negative ground unit
1251717
yes, A is for amps. Probably you have to replace the arrays if 0 continues after adding salt. If the problem continues, maybe the machine is broken.
213199
Tire gauge is on the back above the air hose. Amp gauge is more of a charged, partially charged, and discharged three color set up on the front just below the handle. Both are quite usable.